Dr. Robert Newman of the emergency service in Grand Rapids, along with his co-star Jameson, gave his tips on what you can do at home if your pet gets cut.

Pet Peeves: Minor cut or major problem?

Your pet loves to pounce, play, run and chase, sometimes with reckless abandon. Sooner or later, your dog or cat likely to wind up with cuts or scrapes. So what should you do next? BluePearl Veterinary Partners has prepared this tip sheet on what to do if your pet has gotten a cut or other wound.

Who wouldn't love a combination of wine and pictures of dogs? Aliki Salmas' new book, Vineyard Dogs of the Okanagan, features pictures of dogs hanging out in vineyards. These happy farm pups are loving the vineyard life, but of course, they are not allowed to drink the wine.

Dogs, not wine, the centrepiece of book on Okanagan vineyards

It's dogs, wine and sunshine all rolled into one. That's the motif of Aliki Salmas' latest coffee table book, Vineyard Dogs of the Okanagan, which features heart-melting photos of farm dogs in idyllic settings such as Penticton, Summerland and Kelowna.

When a dog growls, lunges or bites, you will sometimes hear people say, “that dog is just mean.” The reality is more complex. Dr. Jill Sackman, BluePearl’s head of behavioral medicine, talks about the types, signs and treatment of aggression in dogs.

Aggression in Dogs

When a dog growls, lunges or bites, you will sometimes hear people say, "that dog is just mean." The reality is more complex. Many factors go into dogs' behavior, including behavior that seems aggressive. It's helpful to understand some of the "triggers" which can set off fear in dogs.

We're so excited about our new EmERge program, which provides intensive training for aspiring emergency clinicians. Designed by Rita Hanel, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVECC, BluePearl’s Vice President of Clinical Operations and Recruiting, the program combines lectures, interactive seminars, labs, mentoring and hands-on practical experience. Read more about the EmERge program in this article by Veterinary Practice News:

BluePearl addresses shortage of ER clinicians with EmERge

BluePearl Veterinary Partners has launched a new program-EmERge-that provides intensive training, one-on-one mentoring, and three years of employment to aspiring ER clinicians. It's also aimed at developing more ER clinicians, both for BluePearl and the veterinary profession as a whole, said Rita Hanel, DVM, DACVIM-internal medicine, DACVECC, who is BluePearl's vice president for clinical operations and recruiting.

Is your dog an escape artist? Do you have a story about a daring (or not so daring) escape? Tell us below!

12 Dog Breeds With Houdini-Like Escape Artist Skills

Most pawrents will experience a frightening loose dog incident at some time in their pup's life, but few dogs turn escaping into a true art form. For some crafty canines there is simply no fence too high and no screen too strong to tame their wanderlust.

Today is "If Pets Had Thumbs Day." If your pet had thumbs, what's the first thing he or she would do?

If Your Pet Had Thumbs...

Image: Raywoo / via Shutterstock March 3 rd has been named "If Pets Had Thumbs Day." In honor of this wonderfully wacky holiday, we've compiled a list of the top ten things your pet would probably do if he did indeed have opposable thumbs. Which of these sounds most like your pet?

Aggressive behavior in cats can be concerning, but when approached with the proper care and understanding, it can be managed and reduced. Dr. Jill Sackman, BluePearl’s head of behavioral medicine, talks about the signs, causes and treatment of cat aggression. Read more:

Aggression in Cats

All is calm and peaceful when you are petting your cat. Then suddenly, the claws come out and he aggressively swats away your hand. If you are a cat owner, you may be familiar with this scenario. Aggressive behavior in cats can be concerning, but when approached with the proper care and understanding, it can be managed and reduced.

Rex the 2-year-old German shepherd is being called a “hero dog” for taking at least three gunshots while protecting his teenage owner from burglars. He is in stable condition at our BluePearl Veterinary Partners hospital in Renton. In the intensive care unit, Rex is receiving pain medication, antibiotics, wound care and round-the-clock monitoring.

Hero dog takes bullet for teenager in Des Moines home invasion

SEATTLE, Wash. - When burglars violently broke into a Des Moines home mid-afternoon on Wednesday, a teenager hid in a closet and held on to his dog. But Rex - a 2-year-old German shepherd - ran downstairs to protect the 16-year-old. The dog confronted the burglars, who beat him until he was bloody.

Take this quiz to find out what kind of dog you are and comment with your answers. :)

QUIZ: Which Dog Breed Are You?

Like people, dogs come with an infinite variety of unique personality traits. No single dog (or human) is alike! In this fun quiz below, you'll answer some basic questions about yourself, and we'll help you determine what dog breed you'll ...

Today is National Love Your Pet Day. Though we love our pets every day, this is a good day to focus on the special relationship that you have with your pets. Tell us, what do you love most about your pet?

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Today is National Love Your Pet Day. Though we love our pets every day, this is a good day to focus on the special relationship that you have with your pets. Tell us, what do you love most about your...

According to BluePearl's head of behavioral medicine, Dr. Jill Sackman, cats are very trainable and have a learning capacity similar to dogs. Does your cat know any tricks? Tell us in the comments.

How to train your cat - and why you should

It's common knowledge that dogs can be trained to obey cues and do tricks, and it's a common misconception that the same is not true for cats. Actually, cats are very trainable and have a learning capacity similar to dogs, according to Dr. Jill Sackman, a BluePearl veterinarian and pet behavior expert.

Valentines are red, sad dogs are blue,
Magda ate a whole bag of dark chocolate peanut M&M's
Team Northfield induced emesis,
Gave charcoal and IV fluids, too!
From all of us at BluePearl, have a happy – and healthy-- Valentine’s Day with your four-legged sweethearts!

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Limb amputation sounds like a scary thing. But for cats and dogs with debilitating and painful disease or trauma to the leg, amputation can sometimes be the best decision for quality of life and pain relief. Most pets with three legs live perfectly happy and normal lives. Dr. Philippa Pavia, a board-certified veterinary surgeon, answers the FAQ about three-legged pets and limb amputation:

FAQ About Three-Legged Pets and Limb Amputation

Limb amputation sounds like a scary and life-changing event. But for animals with debilitating and painful disease or trauma of the leg, amputation can sometimes be the best decision for quality of life and pain relief. It may surprise you to learn that most pets with three legs live perfectly happy and normal lives.

Pop quiz! Can you name at least three foods that are toxic to dogs? Check out our list of unsafe foods for dogs for a reminder of what ingredients are harmful for our pets:

Unsafe foods for dogs

Dogs are happy to eat just about anything, but there are many "human" foods that are dangerous for dogs. The experts at BluePearl Veterinary Partners advise you to be informed on what food products and beverages could cause a pet emergency.

Dexter the Labrador retriever was shot in the head more than once, and a good Samaritan brought him to our BluePearl hospital in Brandon. While it appears the bullets missed his brain, he will need oral surgery to repair jaw damage and begin his journey to recovery. Dexter is getting excellent care by BluePearl clinicians, and rescuers with Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida are working to find him a new home.

Dog, shot in head, taken to veterinary hospital (w/video)

BRANDON - Someone shot a Labrador retriever in the head, more than once. Rescuers can't say why. But they have rallied around the dog in recent days, giving him a new start and a new name: Dexter. In one way, he was a lucky dog, though clearly not lucky enough.

Is it acceptable to let your shy dog avoid other dogs and people if she’s otherwise healthy and content? Dr. Jill Sackman of our Behavioral Medicine service tells Pet MD the answer is a resounding yes.

Timid Behaviors in Dogs: Are They Normal?

Does your dog prefer the company of just a few friends (human or canine), or enjoy hanging out solely with you? We asked the experts why some dogs are timid and whether there's anything you should do about aloof behaviors in dogs.

Cat Figures Out Owner Does Not Enjoy Her Live Gifts, Starts Bringing Giant Leaves Every Morning

It's very common for cats to show their appreciation and affection by bringing gifts for their owners. These gifts are, more often than not, the results of a hunting session and involve rodents, birds and other small creatures in a state of extreme distress.

These 30+ Photos Of Ingo The Dog And His Owl Friends Is The Only Thing You Need To See Today

Some friendships might seem unlikely, but in reality, move mountains and melt hearts. A few years ago we wrote about a beautiful, yet uncommon, the friendship between a shepherd dog Ingo and an owl Poldi and today we present even more feathered friends of the pup.

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